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12 of the Most Destructive Earthquakes

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Earthquakes and their resulting aftershocks can be devastatingly destructive. Earthquakes are caused when a fault in the Earth's crust slips, which releases energy waves in the ground. Find a list of 12 of the most destructive earthquakes in history.

How Coral Reefs Work

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Coral reefs are the rainforests of the sea, home to many, many marine fish species. Learn more coral reef facts and see coral reef photos and maps.

Freshwater Snails: Helpful Carriers of Harmful Parasites

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You might think of snails as the little shelled creatures that you find crawling in your garden, or even as a delicacy of French cuisine, where they are called "escargot." But there are snails that live in the water, too, including marine snails in the tropical oceans and freshwater snails found across the world in ponds, lakes and rivers.

How do fish rise and sink in the water?

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How do fish rise and sink in the water? With a little help from gravity and buoyancy. Find out your answer to this question at HowStuffWorks.com

50 Celebrities and Their Surprising Real Names

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Would Norma Jeane Mortensen have been as popular as Marilyn Monroe was? Or Robyn Fenty as Rihanna? It's impossible to know, but these 50 celebs found fame under assumed names.

Do Fish Sleep? They Have to ... Right?

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It's hard to imagine Nemo catching some z's in the Great Barrier Reef. But fish do need rest. Do they sleep like we do?

If you flew over an earthquake, would you feel the plane shake?

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Let's say a big one strikes the home planet. You, however, happen to be flying above the earthquake's epicenter when the natural disaster ripples through. Would you feel it?

A Barnacle Attaches for Life (Yes, They're Living Crustaceans)

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Ever notice those little crusty clumps stuck to rocks, boat hulls or even whales? Those are barnacles, and while they might not look like much, they're marvels of the natural world.

10 South Carolina Beaches Where Serenity Meets Community

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There's no better way to soak up the sun and enjoy the South Carolina beaches than to hit the shoreline with a towel, some flip flops and a good book. Whether you're a fan of sand dunes, salt marshes or simply rolling waves kissing your toes, South Carolina's coastline has you covered.

What Would Happen if the Earth Stopped Rotating?

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You can say goodbye to the seven continents and hello to days that seem infernally long. What else awaits you on a spin-free Earth?

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